Career Development

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    CU Boulder employs thousands of students each semester. These on-campus jobs cover a wide range of functions, allowing students to find their perfect fit. As an A&S student employee, you can learn new skills, gain experience, build your network and earn money in a flexible, student-focused role.

    For some A&S students, working on campus may be your first job. You can enhance your experience by learning how to contribute in a positive way that benefits both you and your team. Here are a few tips to make the most of your student job.
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    As an A&S student, now is an excellent time to start thinking about what you can do this Fall for your future career success. Employers seek out students who have demonstrated skills through internships, relevant experiential projects and certificates. Additionally, students can use these experiences to understand their future career goals—what they want out of a job and who they want to work for. Â鶹ÒùÔº have access to innovative programs and opportunities to promote professional growth. These experiences add depth to your resume. They also provide examples to share during interviews to demonstrate your strengths and skills. Here are some opportunities to help you gain professional experience as an A&S student.
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    Now is the time to begin looking for a job or summer internship to complement your degree from the College of Arts and Sciences. While industries may follow different hiring timelines, many companies are actively recruiting CU Boulder students for a variety of positions.ÌýCareer Services offers resources to help you in your search.
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    An unintentional mistake can keep you from a great job or internship opportunity. When searching for jobs or internships, be intentional with your approach and pay attention to the details in how you present yourself to potential employers. Here are
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    Are you looking to find a job or internship as an A&S student?ÌýCareer ServicesÌýhosts the Just in Time spring career fair to connect A&S students with potential employers. These events provide an excellent opportunity to meet with
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    Working on campus can be one of the best ways to gainÌýprofessional experience as an A&S student. On-campus jobs offer students a flexible way to earn money while developing relevant skills that employers seek in young professionals.Career
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    Social media touches almost every aspect of our lives and today’s world of searching for jobs is no different. How you engage on social media can impact your hirability, including managing your LinkedIn account well and maintaining a positive image
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    Looking for an internship or job? The best place for CU Boulder students in the College of Arts and SciencesÌýto find opportunities is through Handshake.As your free one-stop shop for starting your career journey, Handshake is CU Boulder’s
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    Graduation from your Arts and Sciences program may seem far away, but it’s never too early to start thinking about life after CU. It can often take 6-9 months to find a job, so this is a great time to start your search.Ìý Here are some tips to
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    Whether you want to progress in your job or internship search as an Arts and Sciences student or fill downtime with productive activities, here are some steps you can take over winter break. Upgrade your skills Learn new things and expand your
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